Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
NOW FOSTERED IN Topsham, ME
Love a dog with personality? A big-hearted, ball-chasing, couch-cuddling, zoomie-having goofball who thinks she’s a lap dog? Meet Cupcake - a sweet name for a girl with an appetite for fun.
Cupcake is that lovable friend who always brings the sunshine to the party. One of my favorite things about her is the way she plays with a tennis ball! She’ll toss a tennis ball around like some kind of circus act, catch it in the air, then promptly hop up on the couch and roll around with her ball. If you happen to be sitting there then even better, she is going to melt into your lap, with the full weight of a 53-pound cuddlebug, all while still while holding that ball in her mouth. Affectionate doesn’t even begin to cover it. She’ll lean in for pets, climb into your lap on the couch, and gently nudge your hand just to say “Hey! You. I love you.”
Take a look at her video, you'll see what we mean. https://youtu.be/MEiYn6r0_Dg
Still in her teenage dog years, Cupcake is learning the ropes of balancing her fun-loving side with the polite life. She has been trained on a gentle leader leash, which she walks well with. Without a gentle leader she does pull but this can be addressed with practice or continuing to utilize the gentle leader. Cupcake can let her excitement show while on leash when passing dogs and people, but it’s all out of excitement, not aggression. She just wants to meet everybody, and she hasn’t quite learned how to channel that enthusiasm yet. Yet is the key word!
Cupcake is super dog-friendly and loves to play, especially with dogs who match her energy. She greets with full-body wiggles but she can read when a dog is not interested in playing and backs off. One of her best friends is a dog named Bambi, a petite, long legged little lady, and the two of them roll around like a couple of happy toddlers in the backyard. She responds well to gentle corrections and is eager to please her humans. So yes to dogs but it’ll be no cats in the home for Cupcake. We anticipate her love of chase would not stop with cats once she feels comfortable.
She would make a wonderful family dog, older kids who won’t mind her bouncy greetings and occasional nudges and mouthy “hello’s.” Cupcake has been fully kid tested, even spending a weekend with some kiddos! She loved everyone in the house, but you could always find her with the kiddos. She’s just a natural! The kids loves cupcake too, playing with her, sharing the same seat with her, watching movies together, sharing snacks— you name it, they had a blast doing it. A house with a yard would be the best fit for her ball-chasing and bouncing around with her new doggie friend or racing the kids. For the right family, she’ll be everything you want in a dog: loyal, loving, entertaining, and always up for a snuggle.
This girl is a gem and she is ready and waiting to be yours!
Questions? Email kristin@threelittlepittiesrescue.org
Adoption Application: https://adopt.animalsfirst.com/animal/62cc8e128b02916730334440/68629792f4ef0b91060639d5
We facilitate adoptions nationwide using our rescue run USDA certified transport system, ensuring every pet travel safely and comfortably with 24/7 care. Our transport includes drop off locations, in WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT, TN, KY, WI, MN, IL, WI and Canada (pick up in Bellingham, WA, Buffalo, NY or Brattleboro, VT for for Canadian adopters). You will have the opportunity to track their journey in real time, see photo updates, learn fun facts, connect with fellow adopters and fosters through our private Facebook event page!
Before the adoption is finalized, you will meet your pet through a video call, creating a fun and personalized experience!
The adoption fee is $900 and includes all vetting (DAPP with booster, Bordetella, Rabies vaccine, multiple broad spectrum deworming treatments, spay/neuter, flea prevention, a 12 month heartworm preventative injectable, heartworm test and treatment if needed, a microchip with free lifetime registration, a high quality nylon Martingale collar, a health certificate deeming the pup healthy for travel, cost of transport*, and priceless years of love and loyal companionship!
We proudly have over 17,000 successful adoptions and excellent Google Reviews:
https://g.co/kgs/UQ5Pyai We care deeply about creating lasting matches between dog and family for long term success, and take the time to ensure each adoption is a fit through our matchmaking process.
At our 2 acre Texas based property, we assess every animal with trainers on staff, we modify behavior as needed, and create individualized behavior plans to help prepare dogs for their future families including crate training, potty training, leash walking, etc. Our fosters are able to attend group training and socialization play groups helping them stay confident, well rounded, and adoption-ready. Our on-site trainers are dedicated to each dog’s growth and we enjoy seeing their progress!
We go above and beyond to ensure every animal receives exceptional care. Veterinarians consistently praise our medical standards. From routine care to advanced treatments, each dog receives personalized attention. Hard costs for a healthy dog range from $804-$920; heartworm-positive dogs or those needing specialized care can exceed $2,000+. Adoption fees help cover a portion of these expenses, but without government funding, we rely on fundraising to bridge the gap—ranging from $100–$1,000+ per dog.
Our adoption fees reflect the extensive care and resources that go into each animal we save. The adoption fee is a donation to the mission and goes far beyond getting a fully vetted pet.
It doesn’t stop there! Our adopters also receive these SPECIAL PERKS:
Extensive behavioral testing and information from trainers on our staff to ensure the perfect fit for your family
Discounts on Embark DNA test kit- $30 off of Breed ID test or $50 off of Breed ID plus Health test
30 day trial of pet insurance with Trupanion
A free private online dog training session with GoodPup, plus low pricing for future sessions
Access to multiple dog trainers in your area, along with $40 off of your first session of in person dog training through Rover Training
70% off of your first order of Fetch, a delicious PNW based fresh dog meatballs subscription
Coupons for a fun visit to Petco
20% off of Dr. Cuddles pet first aid and hygiene solutions
Discounted heartworm, flea prevention, and monthly dewormer
Access to our exclusive FB Adopters page, where you can network for play dates, resources, and connect with other adopters that share their passion for their adopted pup!
The Greater Houston area faces one of the highest stray and overpopulation rates in the U.S. We’re a nonprofit on a mission—to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome dogs at risk, while promoting spay/neuter outreach in the community. When you adopt, you save more than one life— the one you adopted, and the space opened up to save another.
Follow our journey and stay connected!
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Ready to welcome a new furry friend into your life? APPLY TODAY and become a hero for pets in need!
*Due to rising transportation costs, a $74 surcharge applies.
DISCLAIMER- Breed type is determined based on general appearance and behavioral characteristics, and cannot be guaranteed without DNA testing.
NOTE- Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.